1 Lira / Pound (Evacuation of British Armed Forces from Malta) 1979 front 1 Lira / Pound (Evacuation of British Armed Forces from Malta) 1979 back
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1 Lira / Pound Evacuation of British Armed Forces from Malta

1979 year
Silver (.925) 5.66 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Period
Republic (1974-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1979
Value
1 Pound (1&nbspMTL)
Currency
Lira (1972-2007)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
5.66 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#17908
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Hands with flames flanked by denomination

Script: Latin

Lettering: 1979

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the evacuation of British Armed Forces from Malta in 1979, which marked the end of British colonial rule in the country. The coin's design features a depiction of the Maltese flag and the date of the evacuation, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  49526 - - - - - -
1979 FM 7871 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Lira / Pound (Evacuation of British Armed Forces from Malta) 1979 coin.